1988 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2000 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2000 TVR Griffith is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Griffith (320 HP) has 182 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 850 kg more than 2000 TVR Griffith.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 TVR Griffith (434 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. (347 Nm). This means 2000 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. 1988 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2000 TVR Griffith has manual transmission. 2000 TVR Griffith will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Caprice | 2000 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
| Model | Caprice | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 320 HP |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2290 mm |
